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Monday, June 12, 2017

Blog Tour ~ Unexpected Powers by Chris McHart (Review + Giveaway)

Blog Tour ~ Unexpected Powers by Chris McHart (Review + Giveaway)

Synopsis

Unexpected, Book FourAsh’s life hasn’t been the best so far. Mated to a man he hates, he resigns himself to his fate of being abused. When his mate kidnaps the highly pregnant Alex, they become friends, and to Ash’s surprise, Alex’s rescuer saves him as well. Now he can start a new life, but it’s going to be a lonely one, due to his visible and invisible scars.D didn’t seek out a man, but one look at Ash and he’s head over heels in love. But Ash needs to work through his issues before he can see D’s love for him. Slowly, Ash learns to trust D, but with their growing feelings, other strange phenomena appear. What’s up with lights turning on without Ash touching the switch and doors opening on their own? Is something dangerous happening and threatening their blossoming love? Or is it something else altogether?

Not sure if this was the right thing to do, D stepped into the dim room. Just a tiny slit in the blinds allowed for some of the late October light inside. A huddled figure lay on the bed, covered from head to toe. The room seemed stark naked, with only a dresser on the long side of the wall.

“Ash? It’s D. I’d like to meet you.”

Josh pulled the door closed behind him. Fuck. What should he say now?

“Is it okay that I’m here?”

“Do as you wish, it doesn’t matter to me” came the muffled reply from the bed.

Ah, at least he was talking to him. D took a couple steps more until he stood closer.

“Actually, it matters to me. Josh invited me to meet you. Our last encounter wasn’t a happy one, and I wanted to see how you’re doing.”

“I’m fine. It’s nice to meet you.”

“Sorry, but I’d say hiding under the sheets is not fine. And I haven’t met you. I’ve talked to the back of your head, hidden by said sheets, and your hair. I’d like to see your face.”

“I’m sorry. It was rude of me. Please, I apologize.” Ash turned around and sat up, the sheet pooling in his lap. He wore a huge sweatshirt, and his hair stood in every direction. Black stubble covered his cheeks. Tired, huge black eyes stared at D. The expression of defeat was unmistakable on his face. But why? Because he asked for him to turn around?

“Can I do anything for you, Sir? I’m all yours as you please, Sir.”

Wait, what? D’s mind raced. What the fuck did Ash want?

3.5 Stars!

Well, I guess I was at a disadvantage to have not read the previous books in the series but as always hindsight is 20/20. If you're a fan of this series, I'm sure you will probably enjoy this book quite a bit. If you are new to this series or this book particularly, I think you might enjoy it much more if you start at the beginning of the series.

I found Ash's story pretty sad in the beginning and hated learning of the abuse he suffered at the hands of his Master. Unfortunately, though, it was very confusing to me because in their world mates are not how I think of mates. There is a big hypocrisy with the entire thing because it is perfectly okay and legal for the Dominant mate to treat the submissive mate anyway they see fit. Abuse is the Dominant's right, something I find disgusting. I think of Mates as soulmates and perfect together.

D was sweet and his concern for Ash was nice. It was a bit rushed as far as their attraction and/or love but after what they had suffered, it was nice to see Ash healing and learning that love does actually exist for him. They were able to form a friendship that evolved into a relationship that was actually happy and healthy.

There were a few twists and surprises and dynamics changes which was different. Ash definitely goes through a period of self-discovery which he hadn't previously had the opportunity for. With help from D, though, he learns his true potential. It was entertaining to see how the men handle this and the picture the author painted for us was quite vivid.

Overall, I can say that this was an okay read but I didn't love it.

***Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie by the author/publisher for my reading pleasure in hopes of an unbiased opinion, a review was not a requirement.***

Unexpected Series

Alex’s SurpriseAlex wanted a night of hot passion with Gerome, but he gets more than he ever bargained for. His life will be changed forever in a world where he’ll be thrown in jail— or worse— for being pregnant.Alex’s best friend, Sam, has been acting strange ever since he met Alex’s one-night stand, but now Alex needs help in order to hide, and Sam is his only hope.Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZCYUT3C/Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00ZCYUT3C/Amazon DE: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00ZCYUT3C/Saving AlexNot only is Alex pregnant, something punishable by jail time, but Gerome, the father of the baby, is a vampire prince. When strangers invade Alex’s home and kidnap him, he doesn’t know who is responsible, if he’ll ever see the man he loves again, or even get to see the child growing inside him.Considering himself the father of his lover’s child, Sam has a hard time standing around and letting others plan Alex’s rescue. But when the Prince and his trackers find an important clue, the race to save his beloved is on. Now all he can do is cross his fingers that the scheme they’ve devised will work.When Prince Gerome receives ransom demands, the instructions are clear: mate a complete stranger or he’ll never see Alex or the child he carries again. Will he be able to convince his newly intended to help, or will those seeking to dethrone his family win this evil game of blackmail?Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZI4GPRA/Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00ZI4GPRA/Amazon DE: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00ZI4GPRA/Mate Me, Hate Me, Date Me, Love MeWhen his father, King Harold, forces Prince Gerome to mate a complete stranger in order to save his unborn child, he complies with a heavy heart and says goodbye to all his dreams of finding love. Gerome’s hurt and treats his mate the way he’s been taught all his life: through power and submission. But with Luis, it doesn’t work.When Luis is mated off to a stranger, his world ends. He was a carefree student one day and the next a vampire prince demands his submission. He can’t run, but he can hide and hate in silence. So he withdraws until only a shell remains.Neither of the men has any chance of finding love together until a friend intervenes. Can Gerome forget what he’s been taught all his life, and is it possible for Luis to forget what’s happened to him? Will they ever find their own happy ending? And can love blossom where only hate exists?Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DY0104M/Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01DY0104M/Amazon DE: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B01DY0104M/